In the far north eastern arm of the Northumberland National Park lie the Simonside Hills and their eponymous hill. Here, you can enjoy the best of both sides of this …

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Location: Whitton And Tosson, North East England, England, United Kingdom

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Grace Mulligan

February 23, 2024

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Simonside is a 429m (1400ft) summit perched atop the untamed wilderness of the Northumberland National Park. It boasts a rugged ridge that commands sensational views of the Cheviot Hills to the north and the whole Northumbrian coastline to the east.

In close reach from Rothbury, Simonside is a top pick for epic views. Bring a flask of tea, settle in and relish the perfect scenery surround you.

The Wandering Fiona

November 5, 2020

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Simonside is a beautiful walk with 360 views at the top. It can be very boggy on top so good shoes are needed.

Michael W

May 27, 2020

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The steep hike up to Simonside 1,411 feet (430m) reveals a panorama of the Cheviots to the north and the whole Northumbrian coastline to the east.

As a Special Area of Conservation, the Simoside Hills area teems with wildlife such as the curlew, red grouse, wild goats, and even red squirrels in the forest below.

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1. Lordenshaws & Simonside loop — Northumberland National Park

11.4km

03:24

350m

Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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2. Little Church Rock & Simonside to Dove Crag loop from Simonside — Northumberland National Park

8.47km

02:29

230m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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3. Simonside loop near Thropton — Northumberland National Park

8.91km

02:42

310m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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Elevation 430 m

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Location: Whitton And Tosson, North East England, England, United Kingdom

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1. Lordenshaws & Simonside loop — Northumberland National Park

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